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Arzon Market

280 - 3355 North Rd, Burnaby · Store

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Inspection summary

Arzon Market has been inspected 11 times by Fraser Health Authority since April 12, 2018. The most recent inspection, on May 4, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

5 of 11 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 1 infraction recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Pests and Food source, labelling and allergens.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for your health. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Surfaces, dishes and tools that touch food or people must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected. Inspectors check sanitizer strength, dishwasher temperatures and how cleaning is done. Poor sanitizing lets germs survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 5, 2023. For example: 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on May 4, 2026. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food and other products must come from approved sources, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when spoiled, expired or damaged. Labelling also matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 26, 2025. For example: 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded once on June 26, 2025. For example: 303 - Equipment/facilities/hot & cold water for sanitary maintenance not adequate [s. 17(3); s. 4(1)(f)]

About this data

These results come from Fraser Health Authority, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

11 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Rodent droppings observed under wood shelving in dry storage room.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove rodent droppings and thoroughly clean above noted area.
      • - Use chlorine bleach solution (1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1 L water) on affected areas.
      • **Rotate pallets regularly to facilitate cleaning.
      • **Ensure all areas of the dry storage room are accessible for cleaning and pest control monitoring.
      • [Correction Date: 11-May-2026]
      • Note: Glue traps and snap traps placed throughout premises empty at time of inspection. Rodent droppings or evidence of rodent activity not observed in other areas of the premises. Operator states that pest control services are provided 2x/ month by a pest control company.
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 303 - Equipment/facilities/hot & cold water for sanitary maintenance not adequate [s. 17(3); s. 4(1)(f)]
      • Observation: - Hot water not available at handsink or 2-compartment sink to facilitate correct handwashing procedures and proper manual dishwashing and sanitizing procedures.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Provide hot water at handsink and 2-compartment sink. Repair and/ or replace and/ or adjust hot water tank so that adequate hot water supply is available for handwashing and dishwashing purposes.
      • -->CLOSURE ORDER ISSUED to deli and repackaging operation of the premises. No deli service or repackaging until a follow-up inspection is conducted to verify that hot water is available at the handsink and 2-compartment sink.
      • [Correction Date: Immediately]
      • Violation Score: 25
    • 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]
      • Observation: - Unlabelled goat and lamb (head and legs) observed in the meat freezer.
      • - Operator provided supplier information for products; however, operator stated that meat is processed in another facility. Unable to verify supplier or processing information at time of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): - All food must be obtained from approved sources.
      • - 1 box of lamb and 1 box of goat HELD. Products are not to be sold until Fraser Health is able to verify source/ supplier and processing facility.
      • - DO NOT SELL LAMB OR GOAT THAT HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED BY ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICER.
      • [Correction Date: Immediately]
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Rodent droppings observed under shelving in dry storage room.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove rodent droppings and thoroughly clean floors in dry storage room.
      • - Use chlorine bleach solution (1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1 L water) on affected areas.
      • - Clean up spilled rice/ grains in dry storage area. Spilled food must be removed and cleaned up quickly to prevent food source and attractant to rodents.
      • [Correction Date: 03-July-2025]
      • Note: Glue traps placed throughout the premises empty at time of inspection. Rodent droppings not observed in other areas of the premises.
      • Violation Score: 3
  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Rodent droppings noted on and under shelving in dry storage room.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove droppings and thoroughly clean all surfaces.
      • - Use 100-200 ppm chlorine bleach solution (1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1 L water) on affected areas.
      • - Continue to monitor pest activity. Take corrective actions if new and/ or increased pest activity is observed.
      • [Correction Date: 13-August-2024]
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Meat slicer not sanitized. Employee not using sanitizer suitable for food contact surfaces. Employee unsure of how to properly clean and sanitize unit when asked.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Clean and sanitize meat slicer.
      • - 100-200 ppm chlorine bleach sanitizing solution = 1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1L water
      • [Correction Date: Immediately]
      • - Cleaning and sanitizing procedures reviewed with employee on shift.
      • - Ensure that meat slicer is cleaned and sanitized at least once every 4 hours during continuous use.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]
      • Observation: The following products prepared at a personal residence was observed for sale to the public:
      • - Baklava
      • - Carrot Jam
      • - Apple Jam
      • - Orange Blossom Jam
      • - Grape Vinegar
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove all items from the premises. [Correction Date: Immediately]
      • - All food items offered for sale to the public must be from an approved source. Homemade food items are not permitted.
      • - CORRECTION ORDER ISSUED
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: - Large sheets of fruit leather are displayed directly under point-of-sale area where customers stand. Many pieces of fruit leather are not packaged.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove sheets of fruit leather from display area.
      • - Open bulk fruit leather that is cut and sold in smaller pieces must be stored behind the counter or in a manner that protects the product from contamination.
      • [Correction Date: Immediately]
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: - Rodent droppings noted on and under shelving in dry storage room.
      • Corrective Action(s): - Remove droppings and thoroughly clean all surfaces.
      • - Store items at least 6" (15 cm) off the ground to facilitate cleaning and pest monitoring.
      • - Clean up spilled dry foods immediately to prevent potential pest attraction.
      • [Correction Date: 12-June-2023]
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • Sanitizer spray bottle for packaging area contained a bleach solution that was too strong. Test strip "bleached out" indicating chlorine concentration > 200ppm.
      • Corrective action: ensure bleach solution is 100-200ppm. Using a solution above recommended levels may contaminate food.
      • - Discussed adding 1/2 cap of bleach to 1 full spray bottle of water. Test strips provided to operator.
      • Corrective Action(s):
  10. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Deli slicer found to have food debris in sharpening housing.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that the unit is disassembled and cleaned and sanitized immediately after use.
      • Violation Score:
      • 303 - Equipment/facilities/hot & cold water for sanitary maintenance not adequate [s. 17(3); s. 4(1)(f)]
      • Observation: Sanitizer solution measured 0 ppm chlorine in spray bottles
      • Walk-in Cooler floors must be cleaned and walls inside must be painted.
      • Correction date: 1 month.
      • Corrective Action(s): Sanitizer remade to 100 ppm. Make sanitizer fresh daily.

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